Project Description
These positions will be part of the MADE REACT research project, focusing on the design and operation of resilient manufacturing systems and factories. Global disruptions force manufacturers to pursue resilience in both their supply chain and inside their factories and manufacturing systems. The projects focus on in-factory resilience, addressing all manufacturing levels from individual processes to entire manufacturing systems. The positions will all focus on factory and line level, where three research topics are defined:
1) Conceptual design principles and methods for resilient manufacturing systems. This topic will build upon existing theory on modular and reconfigurable manufacturing systems and develop methods and model-based approaches to design and evaluate resilient reconfigurable manufacturing systems. The methods will be co-developed and validated with several industrial cases.
2) Resilient planning, scheduling and operations of complex systems. This topic will pursue integrated, holistic planning and scheduling to optimize resilience across several factory systems. Development of AI-based tools and complex simulation systems is expected to be a core contribution.
3) IT and OT control structures to enable quick and seamless adaptation and recovery. This topic will pursue a vendor-independent IT, OT and control framework for resilient manufacturing system, allowing seamless cross-vendor integration with generalized asset management and control.
Each position will have a focus on only one of these research topics. However, collaboration between topics and between other PhD and Postdoc projects is required.
For the Postdoc positions, limited teaching within the area can be expected, but also in other study programmes at the University.
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate has:
- A strong background in manufacturing engineering, management engineering, operations management, robotics, industrial engineering, computer science or similar
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
- Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams
Additional qualifications that will be considered advantages:
- Experience in software development, control of production systems, manufacturing systems, simulation or AI-based systems.
- Prior experience working with industrial partners or in industrial settings
- Publications in relevant academic journals or conferences
Appointment as Postdoc presupposes scientific qualifications at PhD–level or similar scientific qualifications. The research potential of each applicant will be emphasized in the overall assessment. Appointment as a Postdoc cannot exceed a period of four years in total at Aalborg University.
Research Environment
The positions are within the Robotics and Automation Group and the Mass Customization Group. The project (MADE REACT) is co-funded by industrial partners, and close collaboration with LEGO, Danfoss, Grundfos, Novo Nordisk and/or Velux will be an integrated part. Furthermore, as REACT is part of the MADE (Manufacturing Academy of Denmark) research and innovation network, the PhD stipends will be closely linked to fellow researchers at other Danish universities through both academic and social events. You will have access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities and a vibrant research community.
You may obtain further information from Associate Professor, Casper Schou, Department of Material and Production, Phone: +45 20868884, Email: [email protected] concerning the scientific aspects of the stipend.
About the department
Department of Materials and Production (MP) is a wide-ranging research and educational environment at Aalborg University. The Department's mission is to meet the future's demands for new materials and production systems by directing the whole value chain from basic material understanding, materials' applications in mechanical constructions, industrial production, and management.
The Department has several strong, international, and innovative research groups which comprise everything from basic science to strategic and applicable research. The activities encompass research as well as education within materials, mechanics, physics, production technique, and industrial management and innovation.
Benefitting the industry and additional collaborators several innovative and unconventional collaborations have been and are developed through interdisciplinary co-operations. Thereby, as an employee at the department, you will become a part of an international research environment, where the focus is on innovation, knowledge sharing/building, and interdisciplinary collaborations.
Terms of Employment
- Full-time position for 3 years
- Competitive salary and pension plan according to Danish regulations
- Comprehensive health insurance and social security coverage
- Research and travel budget for conferences and research stays
- Opportunity for teaching experience and supervision of student projects
International Relocation Support
AAU's International Staff Unit (ISU) provides comprehensive support for international employees relocating to Denmark, including:
- Assistance with residence and work permits
- Registration with Danish authorities
- Guidance on housing, banking, and insurance
- Support for accompanying family members through the AAU +1 spouse and partner network
- Danish language courses
Salary and terms of employment are in accordance with the collective agreement between the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations and the state (AC collective agreement) (in Danish) and protocol on certain terms of employment of academic staff at universities (in Danish).
Aalborg University - Knowledge for the world
Aalborg University is an international workplace with more than 3,700 employees. We offer real-world-oriented education and create world-class research results through collaboration between researchers, students, and public and private companies. This is how we achieve insights, new solutions to societal problems, and knowledge that changes the world. Our main campus is in Aalborg, but we also have campuses in Esbjerg and Copenhagen.
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